Accommodation Resources: Mobility Impairments

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DO-IT Publications

DO-IT Videos

Working Together: Computers and People with Mobility Impairments

2015, 2007

People with mobility impairments demonstrate technology that provides access to all functions of computer hardware and software.
STEM and People with Disabilities

2011

Educators and students tell how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities can be made accessible and how students with disabilities can prepare for these fields.
DO-IT Scholar Profile: Mack

2009

Mack, a high school senior with cerebral palsy, talks about the importance of a positive outlook on life, how accommodations such as speech recognition software have helped him complete assignments for school, and his career plans.

Online Resources

American College of Rheumatology (ACR)

An organization that advances rheumatology through education, research, and advocacy.
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Organization fostering advancements in physical therapy with publications, links, and various resources available online.
Apacure

Facts on Central Nervous System Disorders including those that involve the spinal cord and brain.
Arthritis Foundation

Information on conditions, treatments, advocacy, research, and links to the arthritis community and other resources.
BlazeSports America

Membership, information, and news about competitive sports for individuals with disabilities.
C-palsy Discussion List

C-palsy list includes all aspects of Cerebral Palsy.
CareCure Community

Forums with information on spinal cord injury and related issues.
Chairdex.com

Chairdex.com has a variety of wheelchair resources and information. Topics include: wheelchair history, pricing, accessories, design, and maintenance.
Christopher Reeve Foundation (CRF)

CRF is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information, and advocacy.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

International professional organization providing professional development, journals, newsletters, conferences, and special education publications related to policy, standards, and advocacy for under-served individuals.
CPParent Discussion List

Cpparent is for discussions of issues related to parenting children with Cerebral Palsy. Children, as well as parents, are invited to join.
Craig Hospital

Rehabilitation and research for patients with spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury.
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington

Resources to improve advocacy and quality of life for persons with disabilities through patient care, research, and education.
Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education

Gathers and disseminates the professional literature, information, and resources on the education and development of individuals of all ages who have disabilities and/or who are gifted.
Equal Access to Software and Information (EASI)

Offers online training on accessible information technology for persons with disabilities.
Healthy Typing FAQ

Educational site providing information about repetitive strain injuries, resources, and information on assistive technology.
Hemi-Kids Discussion List

Hemi-kids is a list where parents of children with hemiplegia, a type of Cerebral Palsy, discuss issues related to their children.
Midwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury Care System (MRSCICS)

Research, case studies, and presentations related to spinal cord injuries.
Mobility International USA (MIUSA)

International exchange, information, technical assistance, and training to empower people with disabilities around the world.
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)

Provides resources and publications for people with Muscular Dystrophy, including the Quest Magazine.
National Center on Disability & Access

The National Center on Disability and Access to Education (NCDAE) monitors and promotes electronically-mediated distance education policies and practices that enhance the lives of people with disabilities and their families.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)

Publications and information on children with disabilities, IDEA, No Child Left Behind, and research-based educational practices.
National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS)

NEADS is a consumer organization with a mandate to encourage the self-empowerment of post-secondary students with disabilities in Canada. NEADS advocates for increased accessibility to college or university education.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

Grants, fellowships, research and dissemination on causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders and stroke.
National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS)

Through a national network of cooperating libraries, NLS administers a free library program of Braille and audio materials circulated to eligible borrowers in the United States by postage-free mail.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS)

Mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS
National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA)

Provide active-lifestyle information, peer support and advocacy that empower individuals living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D)
Neurosupport Centre

Provides information and support to people with neurological conditions.
Parkinsn Discussion List

Parkinsn is an open, unmoderated, international forum that provides an information exchange network for individuals interested in Parkinson's Disease.
Parkinson's Disease

Information about Parkinson's disease, support, and online resources.
Post-Polio Syndrome Fact Sheet

Facts and information about post-polio from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Post-Polio-Med Discussion List

Post-Polio-Med is a forum for post-polio syndrome researchers, physicians and other post-polio syndrome medical professionals, polio survivors, family, friends, students and others who are interested in post-polio syndrome.
ResCare HomeCare

A service in Seattle and beyond that helps provide in-home care for people with disabilities.
Sorehand Discussion List

Sorehand is a forum for discussing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Tendonitis.
Special Education Guide

A resource for parents and educators who want to master the terminology, procedures, and best practices in special education; this includes early intervention, IEPs and RTI, inclusion, classroom and behavior management, and a terminology dictionary.
Special Needs Ontario Window (SNOW)

The education component of the University of Toronto's Adaptive Technology Resource Centre (ATRC) provides online courses and resources to the special education community.
Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada

Resources include support, news, and related research information.
Spina Bifida Association

Dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with spina bifida through education, advocacy, research, and service
The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis

Research information, newsletter, and other resources from this project based at the University of Miami School of Medicine.
United Cerebral Palsy

Works to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities through an affiliate network
United States Department of Education - Office of Special Education Programs (OSERS)

Dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities ages birth through twenty-one by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts.
Vent Users' Support Page

Newsletter written for adults who are dependent on a ventilator. The focus is on advocacy, community, health care, and problem solving.
We Connect Now

A resource for connecting college students with disabilities in access to higher education and employment issues.
Wheelchair International Network

Information, education, and resources for both people using wheelchairs and people supporting those who use wheelchairs.
Wrightslaw

Links to articles, cases, and free resources on topics relating to special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.